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- Jos Buttler became the highest run-scorer in T20 history, surpassing Kieron Pollard’s total of 14,803 runs with a score of 51 not out.
- Manchester Super Giants defeated Welsh Fire by nine wickets at Old Trafford, chasing down a target of 156 with significant overs remaining.
- The victory moves the Super Giants into third place in The Hundred table, narrowing the gap to second-placed Welsh Fire to just four points.
Jos Buttler has rewritten the statistical history of Twenty20 cricket by becoming the format’s all-time leading run-scorer. The milestone occurred during a match between Manchester Super Giants and Welsh Fire at Old Trafford, where the England white-ball specialist contributed to a comprehensive nine-wicket victory for his team. By crossing the threshold previously held by Kieron Pollard, Buttler cemented his status as one of the most prolific batters in the shortest form of the game.
The record-breaking moment arrived when Buttler launched three consecutive sixes off bowler Marco Jansen. This aggressive sequence pushed his career tally past Pollard’s mark of 14,803 runs. Statisticians include data from The Hundred competition in T20 records, meaning Buttler’s new total stands at 14,833 runs across all recognized T20 formats. The achievement underscores the cumulative impact of his performances over many seasons and tournaments.
Buttler finished his innings with an unbeaten score of 51 runs off just 20 balls. His contribution included two boundaries for four runs and six maximums. He concluded the match by hitting back-to-back sixes down the ground off Lockie Ferguson, signaling the end of the contest. The aggressive batting style that defined his career was on full display as he helped dismantle the opposition’s bowling attack with ease.
The Super Giants reached their target of 156 runs with 31 balls remaining in their innings. Buttler shared a crucial partnership with Tim Seifert, who scored an unbeaten 62 runs from 36 deliveries. The pair ensured that the home side maintained momentum throughout the chase. Their combined efforts allowed Manchester to secure the win comfortably, avoiding any late pressure from the Welsh Fire bowling unit.
Welsh Fire had set a competitive total of 155 for four in their allotted 100 balls. Captain Phil Salt made the tactical decision to bat first after winning the toss. He formed a substantial opening partnership with Matt Short, who scored 71 runs from 47 balls. Salt contributed 48 runs from 37 deliveries, helping his team build a solid foundation before the middle order began to falter.
The opening pair combined for 125 runs, striking 11 fours and five sixes during their stand. The partnership eventually broke when Salt was caught in the deep off Josh Tongue on the 83rd ball of the innings. Following his dismissal, Welsh Fire lost four wickets for just 13 additional runs. Matt Short was caught at long-on off Paul Walter, while Jordan Cox and Tom Kohler-Cadmore were both dismissed by Gus Atkinson.
Manchester Super Giants started their chase with a strong opening partnership between Seifert and Paul Walter. The duo added 74 runs from just 35 balls, setting a rapid pace for the innings. Walter, playing in his first match of the tournament after Aiden Markram withdrew for personal reasons, scored 37 runs from 18 deliveries. He hit five consecutive boundaries off Marco Jansen and Rachin Ravindra before being dismissed.
Walter’s wicket came after an impressive fielding effort by Ben Kellaway. The fielder pulled the ball down from the mid-wicket rope, stepped over the boundary line to retrieve it, and threw it up while stepping back onto the field to complete the dismissal. Despite losing their opening batter, the Super Giants did not lose momentum. The victory improves their position in The Hundred table, moving them into third place.
The win places Manchester four points behind Welsh Fire, who sit in second place. The competition remains tight as teams vie for playoff positions. Upcoming fixtures include a match between London Spirit and MI London at Lord’s. In the women’s competition, visitors hope to move off the bottom of the table against sixth-placed opponents. The men’s contest will see MI London seeking to maintain their position at the top while Spirit looks to revive their season.
Buttler’s record highlights the evolving nature of T20 cricket and the increasing importance of aggressive batting strategies. His ability to score quickly under pressure has defined his career and now extends to historical statistical dominance. As The Hundred continues, other players will look to emulate his success, but Buttler’s current standing appears secure for the foreseeable future. The milestone serves as a testament to his consistency and power-hitting prowess across multiple formats.
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- BBC Sport↗Buttler breaks all-time T20 run record in win over Fire
- BBC News↗Buttler breaks T20 runs record in Super Giants win
